The belt on your trusty MTD lawn mower has unfortunately slipped off or has been damaged. You may be unsure if changing it is a job you can do yourself or if a professional is needed. Save yourself the travel time and repair fees because this is absolutely an issue the everyday person can solve …
Lawn Mowers
I jumped on my lawn mower to start it and all I heard was a clicking sound when I went to start my mower. Electrical problems can be pretty hard to diagnose and take a lot of time to narrow down the issue. It’s a good idea to narrow down the problem and not throw expensive parts …
You’ve probably been stuck trying to start your mower the following mowing season only to find out it won’t start. A big culprit to mowers not starting after sitting a while is stale gasoline. Gasoline does not have a long shelf life and needs to be used within 30 days unless you add a fuel …
You have spent all afternoon cutting the grass and giving your front yard that pristine look that your neighbors have come to envy. You go to take care of the backyard when your lawn mower decides it is time for a break, and it overheats. I have customers contact me about this all of the …
Summer is here! You know exactly what that means in terms of upkeep for your home. You will eventually have to address your lawn if you have a home that has either a front or back yard or both. Mowing the lawn can be a task for the whole family. Therefore, it is important to …
Electric lawn mowers are a great alternative to gas mowers. They have power and mobility without the cost and environmental impact of traditional gas mowers. However, since electrical mowers are battery-operated, you may be wondering how electric lawn mowers perform when exposed to water. Electric mowers are not waterproof. An electric mower’s outer shell and …
Working in the lawn and garden industry, I get many questions about why grass collection systems are not picking up grass. This is a common problem that, most of the time, can be prevented or fixed with light repairs and a little routine preventative maintenance. Your zero turn or riding mower isn’t picking up grass …
Putting your body through strenuous physical activity should be avoided while pregnant and mowing the lawn can require a lot of physical exertion, even while you’re riding one. Riding a lawn mower while pregnant isn’t recommended, but it also won’t harm you too much if you’re careful. Generally, it is safe to ride a lawn …
It’s pretty common to have a gasoline leak or two during the life of your lawn mower. It can be frustrating to see gas leak puddles on your concrete or smell the strong odor from the gas. Let’s take a look at the 10 main reasons your lawn mower is leaking gas. While some of …
Using a pull cord on a lawn mower can get seem like a lot of work when many mowers offer an electric start option. Being able to turn the key and start your mower is a lot less work than consistently pulling a pull cord. Some lawn mowers can be converted to an electric start …